Ulrike von Au studied at the Babelsberg Film University and is a passionate cinematographer and filmmaker. She feels at home in both documentary and scenic film. Her practice combines the active listening and attention to detail and authenticity that are vital components of documentary film with the imaginative staging of scenes and characters as an interpretation of our reality. Her focus is always on how she positions herself with the camera in relation to the actors in front of the camera. She finds great value in staying close and working harmoniously with everyone involved in a project. In terms of content she is particularly interested in socio-political topics.